Japanese visa for British citizens
A visa is NOT required for British passport holders visiting Japan for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For British citizens to enter Japan for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Japan e-visa for British citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Japan visa on arrival for British citizens | Not Available | |
Japan tourist visa requirements:
- Holding British passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Japan.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Japan.
If you are looking for Japan visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from United Kingdom, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Japan nearest your place of residence.
- London: The Embassy of Japan in London, United Kingdom (Working hours: Close now)
- Edinburgh: The Consulate General of Japan in Edinburgh, United Kingdom (Working hours: Close now)
Japan visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Japan diplomatic mission offices to United Kingdom for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United Kingdom traveling to Japan from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United Kingdom) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 534,464 | N/A |
| 2009 | 434,560 | -18.69% |
| 2010 | 551,104 | 26.82% |
| 2011 | 398,016 | -27.78% |
| 2012 | 534,912 | 34.39% |
| 2013 | 663,296 | 24.00% |
| 2014 | 858,432 | 29.42% |
| 2015 | 1,263,168 | 47.15% |
| 2016 | 1,538,560 | 21.80% |
| 2017 | 1,836,224 | 19.35% |
| 2018 | 1,996,288 | 8.72% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Japan & United Kingdom comparison
Japan's area is approximately 364,555 km2 (140,755 sq mi), while the area of United Kingdom is approximately 241,930 km2 (93,409 sq mi). This means United Kingdom is 50.69% smaller than Japan.
As of May 2024, Japan's population is ~125.0 million people - 55,633,549 more people than the population of United Kingdom.
We have highlighted Japan & United Kingdom’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Japan | United Kingdom | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 124,958,743 | 69,325,194 | 55.6 million more people live in Japan than United Kingdom |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 247 | 222 | Japan has 25 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with United Kingdom. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 142 | 139 | Japan passport holders can visit 3 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 421 | 348 | Japanese hosts 73 more foreign missions than United Kingdom. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United Kingdom travel to Japan in one year?
The number of visitors from United Kingdom visiting Japan in 2018 was approximately 1,996,288.
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